transfer

word

/ˈtɹænsfɝ/, /tɹænsˈfɝ/
TRANS-fur (noun), trans-FUR (verb)
/ˈtɹɑːnsfə/, /tɹɑːnsˈfə/
TRAHNS-fuh (noun), trahns-FUH (verb)

Definition

To move something or someone from one place, person, or situation to another. It can also mean changing to a different school, job, team, account, or form of transportation.

Usage & Nuances

Very common in everyday, business, and technical contexts. Common patterns: 'transfer money', 'transfer files', 'transfer to another department', and 'transfer to a bus/train'. As a noun, 'a transfer' can mean the act itself, a player move, a bank movement, or a ticket for changing transport.

Example Sentences

I need to transfer the money today.

basic

She will transfer to a new school next month.

basic

You can transfer to the blue line here.

basic

Can you transfer the photos to my laptop when you get a minute?

natural

I asked to transfer to another department because I wanted a new challenge.

natural

The bank said the transfer should show up by tomorrow morning.

natural